Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
Tony started investing during the 2017 marijuana stock bubble. After incurring some hilarious losses on various poor stock picks, he now adheres to Bogleheads-style passive investing strategies using index ETFs. Tony graduated in 2023 from Columbia University with a Master's degree in risk management. He holds the Certified ETF Advisor (CETF®) designation from The ETF Institute. Tony's work has also appeared in U.S. News & World Report, USA Today, ETF Central, The Motley Fool, TheStreet, and Benzinga. He is the founder of ETF Portfolio Blueprint.
Latest articles by Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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5 Best Index Funds for Long-Term GrowthThe best index funds for long-term growth will work for you if you're an investor looking to compound wealth over time.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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How Much International Exposure (If Any) Should Your ETF Portfolio Have?International stocks can improve diversification, but U.S. investors still need to decide how much foreign exposure belongs in an ETF portfolio.
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The Best Aerospace and Defense ETFs to BuyThe best aerospace and defense ETFs can help investors capitalize on higher defense spending and hedge against the potential of a large-scale conflict.
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Best Low-Risk ETFs to Replace CDsCDs aren't the only way to keep money safe while generating interest. These low-risk, cash-like ETFs are liquid and flexible potential substitutes.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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Best Closed-End Funds (CEFs) to Buy NowThe best closed-end funds (CEFs) remain highly popular with income-seeking investors even amid the rise of exchange-traded funds.
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The Hidden Costs of Covered-Call ETFsInvestors seeking income should focus on total return potential, fees and tax efficiency rather than chasing the high yields in covered-call ETFs.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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How to Pick Dividend ETFs and Bond ETFs for Retirement IncomeSponsored by Savant
Beyond yield, retirement investors should also assess dividend and bond ETFs for risk, tax efficiency and payout frequency.
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The S&P 500 Is More Concentrated Than You Think. These ETFs Spread Your RiskThese U.S. equity ETFs offer non-equal-weighted alternatives to the increasingly concentrated S&P 500, while maintaining broad large-cap exposure.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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Best Monthly Dividend ETFsIf you're looking for more frequent payouts, you can still enjoy the benefits of low fees and broad diversification, thanks to these top monthly dividend ETFs.
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How to Use the Dividend Barbell Rule in Retirement With ETFsRetirees can balance current cash flow with long-term growth by combining high-yield and dividend growth ETFs. Here's how it works.
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5 ETFs to Help Build Your Emergency Fund and Keep It SafeThe best ETFs to help build your emergency fund prioritize safety and liquidity, while some variants offer regular income or superior tax efficiency.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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Trump Accounts: We Ranked All 5 ETFs AvailableWe compare all five ETFs available for Trump Accounts, including their fees, diversification, historical performance and long-term growth potential.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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The Best Small-Cap ETFs to BuyETFs The best small-cap ETFs offer a contrarian way to potentially outperform the market over the long term.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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The Best ETFs to Buy and Hold for the Long TermThe best ETFs feature structural characteristics that make them good buy-and-hold options for a wide variety of investors for the long term.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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Why ETFs Are One of the Easiest Ways to Start InvestingBroad diversification, low fees and the ability to buy fractional shares make ETFs one of the easiest ways to start investing.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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5 Best ETFs to Help You Earn Passive Investment IncomeYou can get above-average distributions on a monthly basis, balancing tax-efficiency and high yield, with the best ETFs for passive investment income.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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How Do Fees Impact Your ETF Investment Returns?Fees can have a big impact on your ETF investment returns over time. Here's how expense ratios limit your compounding over the long term.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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The Best Growth ETFs to BuyThe best growth ETFs have historically beaten the market. Prudent investors will be mindful of elevated valuations and sector concentration risk.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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The Best Precious Metals ETFs to Buy for Portfolio ProtectionPrecious metals ETFs provide a hedge against monetary debasement and exposure to industrial-related tailwinds from emerging markets.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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The Best Vanguard Bond Funds to BuyInvestors seeking the best Vanguard bond funds can pick between mutual funds and ETFs spanning maturities, credit qualities, tax treatment and geographies.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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The Best REIT ETFs to BuyETFs REIT ETFs can generate above-average real estate-linked income in a brokerage account without the hassle of property management.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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5 Dividend Growth ETFs to BuyDividend growth ETFs offer investors a steadily growing stream of passive income and exposure to quality companies.
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The Cheapest Gold ETFs to Buy Nowgold Gold ETFs can provide diversification benefits and serve as long-term stores of value, without the hassle of holding physical bullion.
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Best Bond ETFs to Buy NowETFs Bond ETFs can help diversify your portfolio, but you need to be aware of interest rates and inflation, as well as credit quality, liquidity and tax efficiency.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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